Injured Neymar could miss Brazil's World Cup opener

Brazil forward Neymar is set to be out for "two to three weeks" and means he will miss friendly matches against Panama and Egypt.

Anger and suspicion as Ebola spreads through eastern DR Congo

Disinformation and mistrust have hampered efforts to contain third-worst outbreak of virus in history

Bosnia and Herzegovina World Cup 2026 team guide

After finally getting his chance to manage his country, Sergej Barbarez has conjured the passion and energy that could make his team an interesting watch This article is part of the Guardian’s 2026 World Cup Experts’ Network, a cooperation between some of the best media organisations from the 48 countries who qualified. theguardian.com is running previews from three countries each day in the run-up to the tournament kicking off on 11 June. Continue reading...

By Sasa Ibrulj

Neymar set to miss Brazil World Cup opener due to calf injury

Neymar was injured playing for Santos in the Brazil domestic league, and is now confirmed to miss World Cup friendlies.

Clint Dempsey invokes broken nose, heart procedures to show how much playing for USMNT in World Cup meant

Clint Dempsey believes the USMNT has what it takes to make a run at the 2026 FIFA World Cup on home soil, recalling his own sacrifices for country.

Neymar in race against time to be fit for World Cup as severity of calf injury revealed

Neymar has picked up a calf injury ahead of the World Cup which is due to start in just two weeks

By Press Association Sport Reporters

Brazil's Neymar Jr. out up to 3 weeks with pre-World Cup calf injury

Brazilian striker Neymar is out two to three weeks due to a calif injury, Brazil national team doctor Rodrigo Lasmar told reporters Thursday.

2 suspected Ebola cases trigger airport surveillance, quarantine measures across nation

Following reports of suspected Ebola infections in Bengaluru and Gujarat, Indian health officials have intensified surveillance at airports and introduced stringent quarantine measures. A Ugandan woman has fortunately tested negative in Bengaluru, while a 37-year-old man in Gujarat is currently being watched closely after traveling from Africa and Bangladesh.

By ANUJA JAISWAL

Neymar out of Brazil friendlies and set to miss World Cup opener - The Straits Times

Neymar out of Brazil friendlies and set to miss World Cup opener  The Straits Times

SXSW London’s Head of Screen on Picking From Thousands of Films With an Int’l and Genre Lens and That ‘Get Jiro!’ Get

Anna Bogutskaya discusses serving up an intriguing balance, a lineup throughline, the importance of stars, and how the Screen Festival showcases a Brazilian series just in time for the soccer World Cup.

By Georg Szalai

Neymar’s World Cup hopes hit as medical checks reveal extent of calf injury

Scotland extend Clarke’s deal through 2030 World Cup

Scotland manager Steve Clarke has signed a new contract to remain in charge through to the 2030 men’s World Cup, the Scottish Football Association said on Thursday. Clarke, the country’s most successful coach, will continue in the role beyond the upcoming World Cup in the United States, Mexico and Canada, and will also lead Scotland’s […]

Fiery Yuto Nagatomo burns with desire to lead Japan to glory at fifth World Cup

Nagatomo has set a new Asian record by being picked for his fifth World Cup, surpassing players such as South Korea's Hong Myung-bo and Saudi Arabia's Sami al-Jaber.

Uganda Closes Border With Congo Amid Rising Ebola Cases

The measure, which goes against the guidance by the World Health Organization, underscores growing fears of contagion in East Africa from Bundibugyo, a rare type of the Ebola virus that is behind this outbreak

Emerging S. Korean forward brimming with confidence ahead of World Cup debut

Full of conviction in his skills as a goal-hunting striker for South Korea, Oh Hyeon-gyu can't wait to jump into his first FIFA World Cup action next month in Mexico and see what the hype is all about. South Korea will play all three of their Group A matches in Mexico, one of three co-host countries of this year's tournament, along with Canada and the United States. South Korea's second match will be against Mexico on June 18 in Guadalajara, where a partisan crowd is expected to be out in full f

By The Korea Herald

Will Australia follow the US and Canada on Ebola travel restrictions?

The Department of Health says it is "closely monitoring" the situation.

Ebola on the rise: Why the latest outbreak should concern all of us

Twelve years after the horrors of Sierra Leone’s Ebola epidemic, humanitarian workers fear the world is once again underestimating a fast-moving and deadly virus.

World Cup 2026 Group B guide: Qatar eye progress as hosts Canada chase history - The National

World Cup 2026 Group B guide: Qatar eye progress as hosts Canada chase history  The National

RedNote secures 2026 FIFA World Cup streaming rights - China Daily - Global Edition

RedNote secures 2026 FIFA World Cup streaming rights  China Daily - Global Edition

World Cup broadcast rights race reopens - The Daily Star

World Cup broadcast rights race reopens  The Daily Star

Neymar fitness doubt casts shadow over Brazil’s World Cup build-up

Brazil’s World Cup preparations were disrupted on Wednesday after Neymar missed the national team’s first training session to undergo medical tests, casting fresh uncertainty over...

Where and when to watch Egypt vs. Russia in final World Cup 2026 preparations - Egypt Independent

Where and when to watch Egypt vs. Russia in final World Cup 2026 preparations  Egypt Independent

Neymar a doubt for Brazil’s World Cup opener due to injury

Brazil’s star forward Neymar faces a potential World Cup opener absence due to a calf injury, requiring weeks of treatment. Get the latest updates here. Read More: https://punchng.com/neymar-a-doubt-for-brazils-world-cup-opener-due-to-injury/

By Punch Newspapers

Neymar injury scare puts Brazil World Cup opener in doubt

Neymar is a major doubt for Brazil's opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after suffering a calf injury that could sideline him for up to three weeks. The post Neymar injury scare puts Brazil World Cup opener in doubt appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Henry Oduah

New York and New Jersey are investigating FIFA’s ticket practises as World Cup prices soar - Jamaica Gleaner

New York and New Jersey are investigating FIFA’s ticket practises as World Cup prices soar  Jamaica Gleaner

Uganda closes border with DRC over escalating cases of Ebola - Daily Monitor

Uganda closes border with DRC over escalating cases of Ebola  Daily Monitor

FIFA ordered to explain World Cup ticket pricing

FIFA must answer questions after allegations of "artificially inflating prices" and "misleading fans" over the sale of tickets for the 2026 World Cup.

By Abubakar Ibrahim

Ebola is no longer solely a DR Congo problem; it’s EAC’s fight - thecitizen.co.tz

Ebola is no longer solely a DR Congo problem; it’s EAC’s fight  thecitizen.co.tz

2026 World Cup: Eight Lions begin preparations in Diamniadio - Seneweb

2026 World Cup: Eight Lions begin preparations in Diamniadio  Seneweb

Ebola Virus Declared Public Health Emergency in Africa - Ratopati

Ebola Virus Declared Public Health Emergency in Africa  Ratopati

From Toccoa to the Turf: Two Brothers at Local McDonald’s set to represent North Georgia at the FIFA World Cup - WNEG Radio

From Toccoa to the Turf: Two Brothers at Local McDonald’s set to represent North Georgia at the FIFA World Cup  WNEG Radio